Why do onions make us cry? The chemistry of the kitchen
A popular science article explains the chemical reaction behind onion tears and tests some common tips and myths; learners read for detail, work out vocabulary from context and give kitchen advice.
B1Adults45 minArticle
About this lesson
A B1 reading lesson (article). Graded texts with key words, comprehension questions and printable versions.
- Level
- B1
- Skill
- Reading
- Type
- Article
- Students
- Adults
- Time
- About 45 minutes
- Topic
- Food & drink
- Activities
- Key words, Speaking / writing task, Reading text, Multiple choice, True / False, Matching
- Key words
- cell, chemical, reaction, gas, nerve, myth
- Access
- Premium
By the end, students can
- Follow a simple explanation of a scientific process
- Work out the meaning of words from context
- Give and evaluate practical advice